I am 1 weeks pregnant and my triple marker test at 14 weeks gave an "increased risk" for Trisomy 21 (Down's Syndrome). Should I get the triple marker test again at 16 weeks for more accuracy?

I am 1 weeks pregnant and my triple marker test at 14 weeks gave an "increased risk" for Trisomy 21 (Down's Syndrome). Should I get the triple marker test again at 16 weeks for more accuracy?

No, many labs are able to process a triple test and give a very accurate result at 14 weeks, providing a dating scan has been performed. A 16 week triple test won't give a more accurate result.

Friday, 19 April, 2024

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